Tiger Live
Welcome to Tiger Live, initially created as a distance learning platform for the Spring 2020 trimester. TigerLive has grown to be a year-round resource for projects, book recommendations, STEM challenges, interesting YouTube videos and more.
Please join us in enjoying these resources at any time.
Welcome to Tiger Live, Our Distance Learning Hub
Tiger Live is our home away from West Shore Drive—connecting students, teachers, families and administrators in an exciting and challenging academic experience while maintaining our important school community. Through Tiger Live, we prioritize high quality, meaningful learning experiences for students through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous learning. This combination includes time for teachers and students to meet virtually, in real-time in order to continue the group learning experience; plus valuable time for students to learn on their own time using a variety of resources.
We invite students and families to visit Tiger Live often to discover STEM challenges, virtual field trips, nature scavenger hunts, books, videos, health and wellness information and more; all available at any hour. You'll find these in the On-Demand Learning section.
Our Mission Directs the Tiger Live Virtual Classroom Curriculum
Our Mission: We teach our students to think critically and creatively, to develop joyful curiosity, to embrace challenge and apply their knowledge with confidence, and to thrive within a community rich with diverse perspectives and talents.
The expanding folders below include a few curriculum examples from Tiger Live, our distance learning platform.
Our Mission Inspires the Tiger Live On-Demand Learning Opportunities.
ENGINEERING &
ARCHITECTURE
SCIENCE &
WILDLIFE
PODCASTS & BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS
- Podcasts
- Mrs. Upton's Recommended Book List
- Mrs. Upton's Recommended Graphic Novel Book List
- Book Suggestions for Parents
- The Importance of Reading Slowly, Jacqueline Woodson
Podcasts
Mrs. Upton's Recommended Book List
Mrs. Upton's Recommended Graphic Novel Book List
Book Suggestions for Parents
The Importance of Reading Slowly, Jacqueline Woodson
AUTHORS, ILLUSTRATORS
& READ-ALOUDS
- Meet Author Kwame Alexander
- Mrs. Uptons Picks: Authors, Illustrators & Much More
- Grace Lin: How to Draw a Chinese Prosperity Toad
- Tiger Live Student and Alumni Read-Alouds
Meet Author Kwame Alexander
Mrs. Uptons Picks: Authors, Illustrators & Much More
Grace Lin: How to Draw a Chinese Prosperity Toad
Tiger Live Student and Alumni Read-Alouds
YOUNG
ENTREPRENEURS
- Teen Firefighting Helicopter Pilot Ashli Blain
- S.I. Kids Reporter Interviews Kobe Bryant
- Josiah Launstein, Teen Wildlife Photographer & Gallery Owner
- Micah's Mixx Lemonade
Teen Firefighting Helicopter Pilot Ashli Blain
S.I. Kids Reporter Interviews Kobe Bryant
Josiah Launstein, Teen Wildlife Photographer & Gallery Owner
Micah's Mixx Lemonade
RESOURCES FOR
PARENTS & STUDENTS
VIRTUAL
FIELD TRIPS
Parent-To-Parent: Tower Parents' Words of Wisdom for Distance Learning
“We have three kids attending school on Zoom, it's challenging to create separate space for everyone. Headphones are helpful for our older kids.”
“Use the To Do tab in Google Classroom to see what is due, in chronological order.”
“For parents who have morning conference calls during breaks, don't argue about how they should use their break productively. Set a timer for when it's time to get back to class, and let them watch the TV.”
“Every day is a fresh start.”
“Take a breath, don't worry about “falling behind” and focus on your children's wellness.”
“We assigned daily homework: each child should check in with a friend about how they are doing. It's helping them stay connected and build empathy.”
“Attend the health and wellness meetings for parents.”
“Stick to a schedule.”
“Be kind to yourself if teaching is not an area of expertise for you.”
“It's challenging in a household with two, full-time working parents, but we find that things are a bit easier when we all get outside and move throughout the day.”
“Framing [social distancing] as a way we protect people who are vulnerable. Our kiddo doesn't dwell on disappointments and feels proud to be a hero in this small but important way.”
I have been so impressed with all of the teachers and how they have adjusted to this new way of teaching. Our kids are definitely learning and are engaged. It has been great to get a glimpse into their school day and I cannot tell you how many times I have been brought to tears listening to the teachers and kids interact.
Amanda Velluto, Tower parent
From the Blog: A Reflection on Distance Learning

Sarah Clark, Grade 1 Teacher
Read this post.
about Sunflowers in the Sandbox: A Reflection on Distance Learning during COVID-19
Visit Our Campus, Virtually.
Tiger Live is our Distance Learning platform. If you would like to see our classrooms filled with students engaged in their learning, take a self-guided, virtual tour today.
TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR
Access Tower's Coronavirus Hub
Tower's school leadership is focused on the health of students, the agility and caliber of our program, and the resources needed to support our ambitions for students. Read our Return to Campus Guide via the button below.
ACCESS THE CORONAVIRUS HUB
Visit Our Summer Learning Page
Many of these resources are available any time of year. You'll find recommended books for children and teens—curated by our librarian; several virtual camp options; summer reading ideas for adults; the summer library newsletter; and more.